Written by
Pradip Bhat
Review for the film "
Robert The Bruce"
Runtime:
2 Hours 04 Minutes
CAST & CREW
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This historical fiction, directed by Richard Gray, centers around the story of King Robert Bruce. He develops a strong bond with a peasant family, and it helps him win independence and proclaim his reign.Â
Plot
In 1306 Robert Bruce saw through John Comyn’s evil trick. John tries to settle peace with Bruce, but he is aware of his two-faced nature. He knows that John will eventually leave him stranded for the English. It follows a rigorous fight between them in which Bruce kills Comyn.Â
Cut to 1313. In the lap of frosty winter, Robert and whatever is left of his army have camped in the woods. James Douglas, his trusty vassal, speaks of Bruce’s bravery to a young guy, Hamish. But Bruce interrupts, saying that the war is over and they should return home. This sudden change of mind surprises three soldiers, and they decide to turn in Robert into a bounty rather than come home empty-handed. Will, the furious among them, proposes to kill him. But the others disagree. Will seizes Douglas and Hamish and tells them about his plan. Both oppose and fight back where Hamish gets killed, and Douglas manages to leave heavily injured. Will and the three soldiers look for Robert, who has already gone ahead.
Meanwhile, a widowed farmer, Morag Macfie, narrates the story of Bruce to Scot, Iver, and Carney. They are her son, niece, and nephew, respectively. Scot dislikes Bruce because his father was dead fighting for him. Later he notices Bruce walking in the woods and notifies his mother. By then, the soldiers have gained up on Bruce. The fight ensues, and two soldiers lose their lives. But Will manages to leave a big wound on Bruce. He flees his wrath and finds shelter in a cave. Later Brandubh, the local sheriff, chances upon Will and believes his saying about killing the king. He immediately draws out his sword and slanders Will, warning the witnesses to keep it a secret. He searches for Bruce, but Robert stealthily escapes into the farmer’s cottage. While residing there, he develops a strong bond with them as they nurse him back to health. It helps him to understand the relevance behind the sacrifice of families. Eventually, Brandubh’s men find his hideout. Assisted by the family members, Brandubh gets killed. The movie ends with a sorrowful Morag sitting beside Scot’s grave who dies fighting for Scotland’s victory in the war of Bannockburn in 1314.
Star Performance
Angus Macfadyen captures the courageous nature of Robert the Bruce. The film also stars
Jared Harris
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as John Comyn, Anna Hutchison as Morag, Patrick Fugit as Will, Zach McGowan as Brandubh, and others. They have well performed in vivifying the protagonist’s depth in personality in connection with then-present Scotland.
Analysis
The movie highlights Robert’s heroism as the king of Scotland. His bond with the family sets the film in that direction. It speaks of those massive battles that earned Scotland its independence. Instead of showing any power hierarchy or egoistic approach, the film centrally upholds the king's responsibility toward the people. Robert’s activity with the peasant family gives him the tag of a father. Through these subtleties, he evokes the image of people’s person. He is not only a king but becomes a father and a peasant. The notion of family is drawn from the people to the identity of a nation. Robert thinks this family’s sacrifice shouldn’t be vain in the battle for freedom. His responsibility as a king reflects in the film.
Scotland’s magnificent landscape is beautifully captured through the cinematography. The early 14th-century culture of Scotland thriving for independence has a vivid presence on screen. Compared to the international audience, it bears popularity among local people and historical geniuses. Yet it hardly circles the historical perspective.Â
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Verdict
Despite not offering a good historical representation of the king, it echoes the heroic abilities of the once respected person. The place of Robert the Bruce is significant for many Scots even today. From that viewpoint, it’ll speak of his affluent attributes and spread the definition of bond in family, thereby making it a splendid watch with closed ones.
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